“Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity.” Colossians 3:14 (NRSV)
Worship service: February 23, 2025 at 10:45 a.m. – College
We welcome Reverend Dr. Richard Manley-Tannis, Principal of St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon. St. Andrew’s College is the primary centre for theological education and ordination in the Prairie region. It offers theological education and training to candidates for ministry, to lay people interested in theological studies, and to people in the ministry seeking further education.
Scripture for the week: Psalm 22:23-31 VU pg. 746. 2 Timothy 1:1-14 Mark 10: 13-16 (for worship)
From the Lectionary: Genesis 45:3-11, 15; Psalm 37:1-11,39-40; 1Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50; Luke 6:27-38
We are grateful to Terry and Nancy DeLong and Sandi and Glen Fitzmaurice for cashiering this Sunday.
Mark your calendars – The Annual Meeting has been set for Sunday, March 2 following worship and lunch at 12:30 p.m. (in person and on Zoom – link will be sent out on Thursday, February 27)). The board will provide a light lunch after worship. The Annual Report was sent out on February 14 by email. Copies will be available in the office and at the church on Sunday. If you need a copy mailed to you please call the office. Please see Attachment for the invitation to the Annual Meeting.
Ash Wednesday: From Jennifer: Could you please let Trinity folks know that they are invited to Ash Wednesday worship with Good Shepherd and Epiphany at Epiphany Lutheran Church (200 Dalhousie St.) on March 5 at 7:00pm. The service will be livestreamed – if you wish to receive the link please call the office.
In our Prayers:
*In bereavement, we pray for Carol Potter and family, grieving the loss of her husband, Bill Potter.
We pray for Sumi as she continues her recovery following cancer treatment. We pray for Sumi’s three nieces Ameera, Anupaa, and Anuka in the camp in Nepal as they need support for their security and protection. We pray too for Damber’s mother, Dhan Khadka as she faces serious health issues. Damber and Sumi are grateful for the prayers and support of the congregation.”
We pray for Priest Jennifer Sisson, Good Shepherd Anglican (GSA) and her family as her husband Bishop Geoff Woodcroft faces health issues.
We pray for Bill Monro who is dealing with health issues.
*World Day of Prayer (WDP) – Great news! After consulting with other area churches, there is renewed interest in having an in-person service this year. Trinity will be hosting a WDP service on Friday March 21 at 2:00pm. All are welcome.
WDP is an international ecumenical Christian laywomen’s initiative which is celebrated in over 170 countries. The motto is: Informed Prayer and Prayerful Action. The WDP theme for 2025 is “I made you Wonderful.”, based on Psalm 139. Each year, a different country or region is featured; this year the Cook Islands are featured along with the stories of 3 Cook Island women. Nancy DeLong is coordinating this event and is looking for volunteers to make cookies (coconut or lime – recipe provided), work the sound system, make punch and help with set-up and clean-up. If you are able to help with this event, please contact her at nanter1@shaw.ca, or 204-254-3450. With thanks to those who have already volunteered.
*From Outreach: Iftar with Friends: Exploring Faith and Fasting – Open House Invitation
Saturday, March 1, 2025 4:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Winnipeg Grand Mosque , 2445 Waverley St.
Open house Iftar will include a tour of the mosque, a presentation on Ramadan, and activities such as henna and calligraphy. This is an opportunity to meet our friends and break their first fast with them. Dinner is included.
Attendance is free but please register at https://events.miaonline.org/events/mia/1560006
Broadview Subscriptions: A reminder that Broadview subscriptions are due for renewal in February. Group rates are $30.00. Please make cheques payable to Trinity United Church . New subscribers are always welcome.
THE BOOKS ARE BACK! (And so are the puzzles). Take a book, or leave a book, or several. Pay what you please (or nothing at all, though this is a fund-raiser …) There’s lots of winter left to curl up and read!
United Church Youth Event – Prairie to Pine (YAAY) Committee: Sunday March 23rd from 1 to 4 p.m.
Exploring the topics of patience and compassion with the help of some friendly “neigh”bourhood horses! (See attachment)
Click here for details and registration
Good Shepherd Painting Event Rescheduled – for February 22 in the Lower hall from 9:00 a.m. until about noon. Now that the busy holiday season has left us looking for something else to do, why not try your hand at painting? If you think you have no artistic talent this event could prove you wrong! With the able tutelage from Garth (well-known Prairie artist) and Di (the Encourager) you will create something worthy of hanging in your home … really. What to paint is entirely up to you … it’s not one of those ‘everybody paints the same thing’ kind of workshops. Start time is 9 am in the Lower Hall and we’ll paint till around noon. Then we’ll have a soup lunch (3 varieties) with bread/buns and dessert – all provided. The cost is $75/person ($25 will go to Di and Garth for supply costs and $50 to Good Shepherd). Just because it’s a fundraiser for Good Shepherd does by no means mean that no one else can join. We’d love to have some Trinity folks come and enjoy in the comradery and food but most of all in the fun and encouragement of each other! Cheques should be made out to Church of the Good Shepherd and put in our Wardens’ mailbox (above the coat rack, close to the GS office). There are a few spots still open … you’d be most welcome! (for more detail see attachment)
From Prairie to Pine Region: Black History Month (February)
Please hold in prayer the following communities of faith: Carberry; Dryden: First; Deer Lake
Programs at Trinity: All are welcome to attend.
Trinity Yoga – Saturday – will resume on March 15
Worship – Sunday February 23 at 10:45 a.m.
Bible Study – Monday February 24 at 1:30 p.m.
Yoga – Southside Community Group – Wednesday will resume on March 12 in person and on Zoom
From Maryann: Trinity Walkers – Are you getting outside or have you reverted to mall walking? If you are mall walking, where are you going? The Outlet mall, St Vital mall or maybe Ikea? Let me know and let’s arrange to get together. Together we build friendships and a caring community. Take care, Maryann
Electronics Recycling – Bring your small electronics for recycling – recycle items that fit into the blue box in the narthex.
Opportunities to serve:
Needs at Trinity: There are many volunteer opportunities in the ministry at Trinity. If you are able to offer the gift of time to give please let us know. There are opportunities, to serve on committees, to help with one time special events, help serve at funeral lunches and fellowship coffee, to help with technology, read scripture, offer prayers, sing in the choir, to work at bombers games, help with Sunday School and Youth, participate in worship services offered at The Waverley and St Norbert Personal Care Home etc. Please prayerfully consider these opportunities and be in touch with the office (204 269 1632 tuc@mymts.net ) We are grateful for every gift given and appreciate all you do for Trinity. See sign up sheets in the narthex for scripture reading, prayers of the people, ushers and greeters.
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